Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Camellia Flower Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Nara Red White DR644 lucky charm 3 cm tall x 2

3 cm tall x 2 cm thick

It features embossed plum blossoms along the handle as well as a shouchikubai motif on the bell part

Item weight: 387 grams

Packed Weight: 420 grams

Small pieces of carved design have chipped off

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Camellia Flower Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Nara Red White DR644 lucky charm 3 cm tall x 2Vtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu. This dorei is in the shape of a combination red and white camellia flower (tsubaki). This is a souvenir item popular in Nara Prefecture. There is a small brown clay ball inside as well as a dark green string tied at the top. Dorei bells have a long history and have been used in festivals and ceremonies since the Jomon period (about 13000 to 2300 years ago) when